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2025/05/21 09:00:00

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Casablanca Events and Animation is organizing the 9th edition of Casablanca Smart City under the theme “Smart NexGenCities: Innovating for a Sustainable and Inclusive Metropolis.”

This event will highlight technological innovation, sustainability, and social inclusion to address urban challenges. Three strategic pillars will structure this edition: Sportech, Smart Mobility, and CivicTech—aiming to build a more connected, sustainable, and participatory metropolis.

Smart NexGenCities : Innover pour une
métropole durable et inclusive

La neuvième édition de Casablanca Smart City se tiendra sous le thème “Smart NexGenCities : Innover pour une métropole durable et inclusive”, reflétant l’engagement de la ville dans une transformation urbaine accélérée par l’innovation technologique, la durabilité environnementale et l’inclusion sociale. Dans un contexte marqué par l’accueil de grands événements sportifs internationaux et le développement d’infrastructures d’envergures, Casablanca confirme sa position de ville pionnière des Smart Cities. Le sport y jour un rôle central, devenant un catalyseur de modernisation urbaine et un levier stratégique pour le développement durable. Cette édition mettra en lumière les opportunités offertes par les technologies émergentes pour améliorer la qualité de vie des citoyens, tout en apportant des réponses aux défis liés aux infrastructures sportives, à la mobilité, à la gouvernance participative, à l’inclusion sociale et à l’employabilité. Trois axes stratégiques guideront les réflexions et les initiatives de cette édition :

• Sportech : Réinventer le sport dans un monde connecté

• Connectedness and Smart Mobility : Assurer une expérience de mobilité inclusive dans une ville Smart

• Gouvernance et CivicTech : Renforcer l’engagement des citoyens dans la transformation urbaine

TOPICS

Sportech : Réinventer le sport sport dans un écosystème écosystème connecté

Innovation technologique au service du sport et du bien-être, créant de nouvelles expériences pour les athlètes et les spectateurs

Smart Mobility : Assurer une une experience de mobilité mobilité inclusive dans une une ville intelligente et durable

Transformation des systèmes de transport urbain grâce aux technologies connectées et aux solutions durables

Gouvernance et CivicTech CivicTech : : Renforcer le rôle rôle des citoyens dans la transformation urbaine

Participation citoyenne active grâce aux outils numériques et aux plateformes collaboratives

09:00
10:00

Opening Ceremony

10:00
10:30

KEYNOTE 1

10:30
10:45

Partnership Signing

10:40
11:00

Visit of the Startups and Universities exhibition area

11:00
12:30

PLENARY 1

TOWARDS A PARTICIPATIVE AND CONNECTED GOVERNANCE

13:00
14:00

Lunch break

14:30
15:30

Workshop in partnership with local authorities

15:40
17:00

CIRCLE 1

Data and Urban Governance: How to Leverage Data to Improve City Management?

15:40
17:00

CIRCLE 2

CivicTech and Local Democracy: What Solutions for a More Inclusive City?

17:10
17:35

KEYNOTE 2

17:45
18:30

Winning Pitches of the Smart City Hackathon

09:30
11:00

PLENARY 2

SPORTECH AND DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION : TOWARDS EN ENHANCED SPORTS EXPERIENCE

11:15
12:30

CIRCLE 3

Smart Sports Infrastructure: Towards Connected and Sustainable Stadiums

11:15
12:30

CIRCLE 4

Performance and Well-being: When Technology Boosts Athletes and Sports Enthusiasts

13:00
14:00

Lunch break

14:30
15:30

PLENARY 3

THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY: REINVENTING SMART CITIES

15:45
16:00

CIRCLE 5

Public Transport in Smart Cities: Towards an Interconnected System

15:45
16:00

CIRCLE 6

Urban Infrastructure and Sustainable Mobility: Designing Spaces for the Future

16:15
17:45

KEYNOTE 3

17:45
18:15

Startup Pitches: Casablanca Smart City 2025 Trophy

18:15
18:30

Closing Ceremony

JOUR 1 - 21 Mai 2025: 09:00
10:00

Opening Ceremony

10:00
10:30

KEYNOTE 1

10:30
10:45

Partnership Signing

10:40
11:00

Visit of the Startups and Universities exhibition area

11:00
12:30

PLENARY 1

TOWARDS A PARTICIPATIVE AND CONNECTED GOVERNANCE

The governance of smart cities cannot be effective without the active involvement of citizens. This session will explore how CivicTech and digital platforms enable the establishment of more transparent, collaborative, and inclusive governance. Experts, decision-makers, and innovators will share their experiences and discuss best practices for integrating citizens into decision-making processes and the development of urban projects.

Keywords: Participatory Governance, CivicTech, Smart City, Transparency, Citizen Engagement, Digital Platforms

13:00
14:00

Lunch break

14:30
15:30

Workshop in partnership with local authorities

15:40
17:00

CIRCLE 1

Data and Urban Governance: How to Leverage Data to Improve City Management?

Urban data plays a key role in optimizing public services and enabling informed decision-making. This circle will explore how the use of open data, participatory platforms, and Artificial Intelligence can enhance the governance of Casablanca and strengthen citizen involvement in the management of their city.

Keywords: Open Data, AI, Urban Governance, Transparency, Smart City, Public Management

15:40
17:00

CIRCLE 2

CivicTech and Local Democracy: What Solutions for a More Inclusive City?

CivicTech provides citizens with digital tools to interact with their local governments, report issues, propose solutions, and vote on urban projects. This circle will bring together tech leaders, municipal representatives, and engaged citizens to discuss concrete solutions that enable more inclusive and dynamic participation.

Keywords: CivicTech, Local Democracy, Citizen Participation, Public Consultation, Digital Engagement

17:10
17:35

KEYNOTE 2

17:45
18:30

Winning Pitches of the Smart City Hackathon
JOUR 2 - 22 Mai 2025: 09:30
11:00

PLENARY 2

SPORTECH AND DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION : TOWARDS EN ENHANCED SPORTS EXPERIENCE

Technological innovation is revolutionizing the world of sports, whether for athletes, spectators, or facility managers. This plenary session will explore how new technologies – artificial intelligence, connected devices, augmented reality, and performance analysis – are transforming the sports ecosystem. Experts, startups, and sports institutions will share their visions and projects for a smarter, more interactive, and accessible sport.

Keywords: Sportech, Digital Transformation, AI, Connected Devices, Immersive Experience, Performance Analysis

11:15
12:30

CIRCLE 3

Smart Sports Infrastructure: Towards Connected and Sustainable Stadiums

Sports infrastructure is evolving with smart technologies to enhance the spectator experience and optimize energy and logistics management for events. This circle will bring together experts in urban management, sports, and innovation to discuss best practices and solutions for building smart, connected, and sustainable stadiums.

Keywords: Smart Stadium, Connected Infrastructure, Sustainability, Energy Management, Spectator Experience

11:15
12:30

CIRCLE 4

Performance and Well-being: When Technology Boosts Athletes and Sports Enthusiasts

The rise of wearables, artificial intelligence, and data analytics opens new possibilities for enhancing athletic performance and promoting a healthier, more personalized approach to sports. This circle will explore how new technologies help prevent injuries, optimize training, and democratize access to sports programs tailored for everyone.

Keywords: Wearables, Sports Performance, Injury Prevention, Personalized Training, Urban Health and Well-being

13:00
14:00

Lunch break

14:30
15:30

PLENARY 3

THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY: REINVENTING SMART CITIES

Sustainable mobility is at the heart of smart city challenges. This session will focus on innovative solutions to reinvent urban mobility by combining public transport, electric vehicles, and smart infrastructure. Experts, urban planners, and mobility sector leaders will present concrete projects and discuss strategies to make mobility more eco-friendly, seamless, and accessible while enhancing the quality of life for citizens.

Keywords: Sustainable Mobility, Smart Cities, Public Transport, Electric Vehicles, Connected Infrastructure.

15:45
16:00

CIRCLE 5

Public Transport in Smart Cities: Towards an Interconnected System

Public transport plays a central role in smart cities. This circle will explore how technologies can enable seamless interconnection between different modes of transport, thus facilitating citizens' mobility. Experts and practitioners will share examples of multimodal transport systems, the challenges in making them more accessible and efficient, and how these innovations contribute to a more sustainable and resilient city.

Keywords: Public Transport, Interconnection, Multimodal Mobility, Technologies, Accessibility

15:45
16:00

CIRCLE 6

Urban Infrastructure and Sustainable Mobility: Designing Spaces for the Future

This circle will focus on the design of urban infrastructure that supports sustainable mobility. Participants will discuss the challenges and opportunities related to public space planning, the integration of electric vehicle solutions, and the creation of multimodal transport zones. The goal is to share best practices and innovative ideas for building more inclusive, resilient cities that meet the mobility needs of tomorrow.

Keywords: Urban Infrastructure, Sustainable Mobility, Electric Vehicles, Urban Planning, Resilience

16:15
17:45

KEYNOTE 3

17:45
18:15

Startup Pitches: Casablanca Smart City 2025 Trophy

18:15
18:30

Closing Ceremony